Everyones talking about Ireland's starting line-up but what about the Itis?  Are Sergio Parisse and the Bergamasco brothers fit and playing well for Stade? (I think they all play for Stade Francais)  Italy will be without Craig Gower which I think will be a blow for them as although he hasn't adapted to Union that quickly or effectively I do think he was starting to play ok for Italy.  As usual the Italian pack is going to be very important factor. 

for Italy to have any chance against Ireland they'll need all their star players fit and playign well, thats for certain.